Country Director - UK/Ireland
Location: GB, , London
Department: Commercial
Employment type: Full-time
Industry: Events Services
Function: Sales

Company profile:
About the CompanyWe are ticketscript - the European market leaders in digital self-ticketing. Whether it’s massive dance events, festivals, gigs, outdoor cinemas, fairs, theater shows, exhibitions, comedy nights, or award ceremonies - we do them all! We believe in empowering our customers. Their success is our success. So far over 50,000 events have worked with us - and this is only the beginning. We have offices in London, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Berlin and Barcelona and are rapidly expanding across Europe.

Job description:
About the CompanyWe are ticketscript - the European market leaders in digital self-ticketing. Whether it’s huge festivals, small gigs, outdoor cinemas, fairs, theater shows, exhibitions, comedy nights, or award ceremonies - we do them all! We believe in empowering our customers. Their success is our success. So far over 70,000 events have worked with us - and this is only the beginning. We have offices in London, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Berlin and Barcelona and are rapidly expanding across Europe. The roleAs Country Director for the UK &amp; Ireland you will be responsible for driving all commercial activity across the territory. You will oversee both the the Sales and Account Management Departments, ultimately tasked with growing ticket sales and revenues with our existing and new clients based on targets. The successful candidate will represent the UK &amp; Ireland Commercial Department at Group level, report directly to the Chief Commercial Officer and have the Head of Sales and Head of Operations as direct reportees.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the efficient and effective day-to-day running of the UK &amp; Ireland businessAssist CCO in developing and executing strategic plan for territoryDrive all commercial activity within the Sales and Account Management departmentsIncrease revenues with existing and new clients based on targetsRepresent the UK &amp; Ireland commercial department at Group levelManage the operational systems, processes and policiesProvide ongoing reporting and analysis including P+L managementAttend major client meetingsLead and support recruitment, career development, training and succession planningRepresent business at relevant industry events and conferences

Requirements:
Your profileAn experienced and driven Commercial professional with a proven track record at a senior level in commercial management or business development, ideally within the ticketing, events, new media, or technology-led industries. Basics- At least 5 years senior management experience in a commercial environment- Ticketing, events, new media, technology-led experience an advantage- Experience of driving kpi’s and exceeding revenue targetsSkills and competences- Dynamic leadership, management and team building skills- Strategic thinker with excellent communication and written skills- Organised, proactive and a problem solver- Natural networker with ability to influence and offer professional insight- A confident, professional and positive approach- Excellent presentation skills- Motivated, competitive and driven

Benefits:
Our offerA competitive salary and bonus scheme within an international and fast growing technology company that offers you the opportunity to strengthen your international career. You will join an energetic, fun and results driven team based in London. Job detailsDepartment: CommercialJob type: Full-time (40 hrs)Job location(s): London, UK